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We at the Michigan Fitness Foundation and the Governor's Council on Physical Fitness, Health and Sports are saddened by the loss of former U.S. Representative John Dingell who passed away on February 7, 2019. Dingell was a friend and longtime ally in the pursuit of creating a healthier Michigan. His 59-year tenure as a representative [...]

A Michigan woman shedding literally half her body weight, losing 140 pounds through walking and biking. A young Michigan man born with one club hand becoming a college baseball pitcher. A 102-year-old Michigan man competing — and medaling — in the Senior Olympics. These are just a few of the true stories celebrated by the [...]

The world is a complex place and there aren't many "magic bullet" solutions for anything. In the world of public health and disease prevention, however, physical activity may be the next best thing. The 2018 Physical Activity Guidelines Advisory Committee from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services recently published their report on physical [...]

The first Wednesday of every May, millions of children worldwide celebrate physical activity in unison. Although separated geographically, millions of kids run, walk, dance, or play active games all at the same time. This is ACES day — All Children Exercise Simultaneously. We hear more and more how physical activity can change lives for the [...]

Revel in all things cars and cardio! Join the Michigan Fitness Foundation, Governor’s Council on Physical Fitness, Health and Sports, and Crim Fitness Foundation for the 7th annual Auto Show 5K Run/Walk on Detroit’s Dequindre Cut (Saturday, January 19). The Auto Show 5K helps celebrate the opening of the North American International Auto Show and [...]

The Michigan Fitness Foundation's Governor's Fitness Awards (GFA) nomination deadline has been extended to January 3, 2019. The GFAs honor inspirational individuals and organizations for their pursuit, commitment, and dedication to health and wellness. By extending the deadline, the GFA Committee offers Michigan residents and employers the unique opportunity to participate in the nomination process [...]

The Michigan Fitness Foundation (MFF) invites community partners to submit an application for programming to increase healthy eating and physical activity among populations eligible for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). MFF provides capacity‐building opportunities for new organizations to expand the reach of SNAP Education through the Building Local Capacity RFA and provides opportunities for experienced [...]

We need your help! Each year at this time, we ask Michiganders to help us nominate communities, organizations, and individuals that inspire healthy choices for the Governor's Fitness Awards. Nominations are now and anyone can nominate an individual or organization now through January 3, 2019. Categories include: Charles T. Kuntzleman Accepting the Challenge Active Community [...]

Governor Rick Snyder today announced the appointments to the Governor’s Council on Physical Fitness, Health and Sports of Wayman Britt of Grand Rapids, Rick Ferkel of Mount Pleasant, Cameron Gordon of West Bloomfield, Andre Hutson of East Lansing, Nicholas (Nick) Payne of Lansing, and Laureen (Laurie) Rospond of DeWitt. Also announced were the reappointment of [...]

On September 5, 2018, Amy Ghannam will join the Michigan Fitness Foundation (MFF) as President and CEO. Ms. Ghannam joins MFF with more than 15 years of experience in finance, marketing, and communication leadership in both the banking and nonprofit sectors. Amy received her BA from Michigan State University, her MBA from St. Leo University [...]

More than 175 schools in Michigan will join students around the country in observing the 7th Annual Bike to School Day on Wednesday, May 9th. Thousands of Michigan students, along with their parents, teachers, and community leaders, are expected to participate. Wednesday's event is organized by the Michigan Fitness Foundation (MFF) and the Safe Routes [...]

The finalists for the Michigan Fitness Foundation’s Governor’s Fitness Awards will be honored during a morning event on April 19 at the state Capitol in Lansing. Award winners will be announced during a gala event at the Cobo Center in Detroit in the evening of April 19. The gala will also feature special recognition of Detroit Tigers [...]

The Michigan Fitness Foundation (MFF) invites new and returning partners to submit a proposal for programming to increase healthy eating and physical activity among Michigan’s at-risk populations. MFF facilitates the development of effective, high-quality nutrition education and physical activity programming, focusing on people eligible for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). Visit the Michigan Nutrition Network site to [...]